capital murder
The term "capital murder" denotes a type of homicide considered especially egregious, often resulting in the most severe legal penalties, including the death penalty or life imprisonment without parole.
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Definition
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(formal, legal)A premeditated and unlawful killing, eligible for the death penalty or life imprisonment without parole, often due to aggravating factors like multiple victims or the murder of a law enforcement officer.
Example
- The suspect was charged with capital murder for the premeditated killing of two police officers.
- In many jurisdictions, capital murder can result in the death penalty.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "capital murder":
capital offensefirst-degree murdersecond-degree murderdeath sentenceculpable homicidehigh treason